First bar and restaurant confirmed for regeneration scheme

Part of the Loungers family, Vetro Lounge will serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and drinks when it opens on 30 April.

Vetro Lounge – pronounced vay-tro, the Italian word for glass – is a nod to Rotherham’s glassmaking heritage and will cater for a variety of tastes with its all-day menu.

It will join the already open Arc Cinema and Travelodge at Forge Island, with further arrivals expected soon.

Councillor Chris Read, leader of Rotherham Council, said: “I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Vetro Lounge to Forge Island.

“This marks a significant moment for Rotherham. With its vibrant atmosphere, delicious menu and prime location, Vetro Lounge will undoubtedly become a popular destination for both residents and visitors alike.

“The opening of Vetro Lounge sets the stage for even more exciting developments in the town centre, which will bring a boost to the local economy and create job opportunities for local people.

“We are forging ahead with our plans for a revitalised town centre that reflects Rotherham’s potential, and Vetro Lounge is an important step in making that vision a reality.

“I look forward to seeing it thrive and to the many more great things ahead for our community.”

John English, head of community, The Lounges, added: “We’re so looking forward to opening the doors of Vetro Lounge at the end of April.

“We hope our family friendly environment and top-notch food and drink offering will prove popular with local residents and visitors.

“We’re passionate about integrating genuinely into the communities we serve so we’re looking forward to meeting everyone and to playing our part at the heart of Forge Island’s food and drink scene.

“Anyone looking for a space to host events or groups should pop in once we are open, we’d love to hear from them and see what we can do to help.”